Carrot Seeds - Rainbow Mixed

Daucus carota sativus

An unusual and fascinating carrot mixture, producing delicious roots in an array of shades - even the fussiest of kids may be tempted by the look of it! Row 2m (6'). 90 days from sowing to harvest to help with your selection (this is based on Toby's trials and may vary).

Simon says: "Rainbow carrots are one of our staple menu items and we are growing these year-round. The vibrant colours and great presentation is key to the restaurant's evolving style. We use all the colours of the carrots and cook in various ways and even serve raw as canapes."

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An unusual and fascinating carrot mixture, producing delicious roots in an array of shades - even the fussiest of kids may be tempted by the look of it! Row 2m (6'). 90 days from sowing to harvest to help with your selection (this is based on Toby's trials and may vary).

Simon says: "Rainbow carrots are one of our staple menu items and we are growing these year-round. The vibrant colours and great presentation is key to the restaurant's evolving style. We use all the colours of the carrots and cook in various ways and even serve raw as canapes."

Colour:Mixed

Hardiness:-10 degrees

Resistance to Disease:False

Seeds:True

Bulbs:False

Shrubs:False

Tree:False

Plants:False

Aftercare - Easy:False

Aftercare - Moderate:True

Aftercare - High:False

Scented:False

Height:21-30cm

Cut Flower:False

Edible Flower:False

Spread:11-20cm

Organic:False

Good For Dried Flowers:False

Drought Resistant:False

RHS Award of Garden Merit:False

Vegetables recommended by the NIAB:False

Award Winners in Fleuroselect Trials:False

Likes Acidic Soil:False

Flower:False

Leaves:False

Bulbs:False

Fruit:False

Containers:False

Hanging Baskets:False

Beds & Borders:True

Rockeries:False

Climbers:False

Greenhouse, Glass House or Home:True

Windowsill:False

Patio:False

Prefers Full Sun:True

Grows in Sun or Partial Shade:False

Grows in Sun or Shade:False

Partial or Full Shade:False

Shade:False

F1 Variety:False

Hardy Annual:False

Half Hardy Annual:False

Aquatic:False

Greenhouse Annual:False

Hardy Biennial:False

Greenhouse Biennial:False

Hardy Perennial:False

Tender Perennial:False

Half Hardy Perennial:False

Greenhouse Perennial:False

Shrub:False

Birds:False

Bees:False

Butterflies:False

For early crops sow Amsterdam Forcing or Rocket in frames or under cloches February-March. Start outdoor sowings from early March choosing a warm and well-drained position. For maincrop, sow April-July. Sow into a fine tilth of crumbly earth. Sow seed 1.8cm (¾") deep in drills 23-30cm (9-12") apart. Thin seedlings when the first rough leaves appear, repeating as necessary until plants are 5-7.5cm (2-3") apart. Row 6m (20') or more. Sow thinly to minimise thinning (which can attract Carrot Root Fly).

The carrot is a storage organ and hence shop bought produce can be high in pesticide residues - so a good reason to grow your own. HEALTH BENEFITS: Very high in vitamin A (For growth, healthy hair, skin, bones, teeth and eyes as well as resistance to respiratory infections). COOKING HINTS: Unlike many vegetables, the availability of nutrients is actually increased with cooking - as long as not overdone.

All Dobies products should reach you in perfect condition, just as they left us. If you are dissatisfied in any way with their condition on arrival, please let us know within 14 days. We are only liable for the cost of the goods as quoted on the website plus the cost of delivery if the goods are faulty.